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Bhakti Sastri

By Madan Sundar Das

Welcome to Bhakti Sastri Course. This course consists of the in-depth study of four books:

Bhagavad-Gita
Nectar of Devotion
Nectar of Instruction
Sri Isopanisad

Srila Prabhupada conceived of it as a part of brahminical training. It is meant for devotees who wants to get a systematic understanding of Srila Prabhupada’s books and thereby enhance both their knowledge and practice of Krsna consciousness and their ability to convey its message.

Starting on 18th June, 2022

Bhakti Sastri Course Structure

The whole course is divided into 6 units

S.No

1

2

3

4

5

6 Unit

Bhagavad Gita chapters 1- 6

Bhagavad Gita chapters 7- 12

Bhagavad Gita chapters 13- 18

Nectar of Devotion

Ishopanishad

Nectar of Instruction

Details

Starts

18th June, 2022

Duration

Around 2 years

Schedule

Every Saturday
12 pm – 2.30 PM, IST

Language

English

How to attend

Online: ZOOM session

Eligibility

Chanting 16 rounds. Following 4 regulative principles. Recommendation by a local mentor or Temple president of nearest ISKCON temple

Suggested Prerequisites

To complete following Bhagavad Gita courses
Level 1: Gita Wisdom
Level 2: Gita Essence

Assessment Type

Open book assignments, closed book exams and oral assessment of slokas.

Fee: 3000 / 6000 ₹

Includes fee for student handbook, exam, certificate etc.
INR 3000 is for Indian students & INR 6000 for international students

Contact

Mother Medhavini:
981 916 2228
Vishwakiran:
810 413 2828

Course Assessment

As per the rules & regulations of ISKCON Board of Examination, for getting the Bhakti Sastri degree, you must have 75% of attendance in the live sessions.
You need to submit a recommendation letter by an ISKCON authority (your Spiritual Master/GBC member/Temple President/Co-President) who knows you well, certifying your character, sadhana, Brahminical tendencies and being favourably engaged in the preaching mission of Lord Caitanya Mahaprabhu for at least the previous 12 months.
Kindly note the following options for writing the closed book exams:
- Visit the temple/center where the exam will be announced
- Write it under the supervision of one’s mentor or local temple authority
- Appear online:
  - Answers should be hand written, no electronic devices are allowed for typing.
  - Student would require two cameras. One will cover the student writing the exam from the side while other be kept in front of the student.
  - Immediately after the exam, the student has to scan the answer sheet in front of the front device camera & upload it.

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Testimonials

I enjoyed the entire journey of Gita Essence so beautifully delivered by Madan Sundar Prabhu. Though I had read Shrimad Bhagwat Gita small book printed by Gita press multiple times but never got involved as I did during your discourse. I shall now read again the 'Bhagavad - Gita as it is' by A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupadaji. My honest gratitude to you for exposing me to this treasure of wealth.

Lt Col AjayRetired Army Officer
Post Graduate, Cranfield
University, United Kingdom.

Feedback about the Gita Essence Course : We are indeed blessed to be connected with EvolvePune and Madan Sundar Prabhuji. The courses conducted by them are very well designed.

Dr. Pinky KukrejaDental Surgeon (B.D.S)

Bhagavad Gita is a mine of knowledge and wisdom, from where we try to gather most, because of Madan Sundar Prabhu’s efforts. Thanks for everything you provide us.

Dr Shreshtha Malvia GoelICMR- Research Scientist

The courses are very useful and structured in a manner that makes the subject matter easier to assimilate. The presentation was very inspiring and motivating that made the sessions very lively and interesting.

Mukundan SeshasayeeManaging Consultant
Wipro Technologies.

Excellent sessions by Madan Sundar Prabhuji. It’s so enriching that our entire family listens to his recordings over and over again on YouTube. Your wonderful oratory and thorough research makes it a truly rewarding experience. Feels so blessed to be part of these sessions.

Smitha Nair Industry Analyst at Frost and Sullivan India Pvt Ltd

Really blessed and fortunate to have Madan Sundar prabhu as a facilitator. He has unique and special blend of deep knowledge with practical examples with sense of humour!

Ajit Deshmukh Global Lean Senior Improvement Manager in Atos

Thank you for this wonderful course. I am indebted for this opportunity to learn and grow in my Spiritual life. It's all so wonderful.

Nidhi LakhianiBBA (2nd year)

This course teaches us the unique way of living that eases off our tension and offers a happy living. Gita apart from being a religious scripture, is a scripture of life as well. The facilitation is fantastic, high clarity, easy to understand, great command over language and speech is fantastic. Everybody will love to listen him.

Suresh MalviaDy. GM (Rtd.)